Best Holiday Lights in Texas
It’s the most wonderful time of the year and that means it’s time to go see some lights! And in Texas, there’s plenty of holiday lights to see. We’ve compiled this list of the Best Holiday Lights in Texas.
Trail of Lights – Austin, Texas
We have to start off this list with Austin’s Trail of Lights. It’s the city’s largest holiday tradition and the city’s second largest event that starts December 10th and runs through December 23rd. With more than 40 displays, 2 million lights, food trucks, entertainment and holiday activities, it is the place to be during the holiday season.
Christmas in the Square – Frisco, Texas
Drawing more than 750,000 visitors annually, Christmas in the Square in Frisco is called the “largest choreographed lights and music show in North Texas.” With snow machines creating flurries every 15 minutes, visitors enjoy walking in a winter wonderland no matter what the weather calls for outside. Free to the public, the lights and music run daily from 6 to 10pm daily from November 23rd through December 31st.
The River Walk – San Antonio, Texas
As one of San Antonio’s most popular attractions, The River Walk turns on the holiday lights right after Thanksgiving through January 6th. With more than 100,000 lights draped over towering cypress trees that line the River Walk, this festive experience is really a sight to see for young and old.
Zoo Lights – Houston, Texas
The Houston Zoo is transformed into a winter wonderland with the Zoo Lights from November 17th through January 13th. Enjoy fifteen miles of twinkling light displays under ancient oak trees, a giant Holiday Tree display, an interactive talking zebra, and of course, animals!
Gift of Lights at Texas Motor Speedway – Fort Worth, Texas
This annual event at the Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth is as big as Texas. Beginning November 29th and running through December 30th, the Speedway opens its gates to the public for a two-mile drive through that features more than 200 lighted displays. This year also features Santa’s Village where lucky visitors can drinking hot cocoa and meet Santa himself.
Santa’s Wonderland – College Station, Texas
Santa’s Wonderland in College Station is truly a Texas Christmas experience running from November 9th through December 30th. From hayride tours, carriage rides, visits with Santa, live music and much more, there’s something for everyone at this annual event. New this year, Frostbite’s Mountain and Snow Playground offering visitors a chance to play in SNOW!
